Mountain Fish
 
Original hand-carved Italian Statuario Marble
by Kent Laforme
 
Mountain Fish is a masterful hand-carved marble sculpture by acclaimed Victoria, BC sculptor Kent LaForme. Carved from luminous white marble, the work captures the essence of a fish through elegant abstraction, where sweeping curves, finely sculpted fins, and richly textured surfaces evoke both movement and stillness. Rather than reproducing nature, LaForme distills it to its most expressive forms, creating a sculpture that feels timeless and deeply connected to the landscape from which it emerged.
 
The sculpture balances bold geometric simplicity with remarkable craftsmanship. Smooth, polished planes flow seamlessly into hand-tooled textures that suggest scales, weathered stone, and the enduring forces of water and time. Every angle offers a new perspective, inviting viewers to walk around the piece and discover how light transforms its contours throughout the day. The result is a work that feels simultaneously powerful, graceful, and alive.
 
Inspired by the mountains, rivers, and coastlines of British Columbia, Mountain Fish speaks to the enduring relationship between nature and stone. LaForme reveals the character hidden within the marble, allowing the natural veining and subtle colour variations to become an integral part of the sculpture's story. It is a celebration of balance—strength and serenity, permanence and motion, raw material and refined artistry.
 
Measuring 78 cm wide, 68 cm high, and 20 cm deep, Mountain Fish is an exceptional statement piece suited to fine art collections, architectural interiors, luxury residences, galleries, and public spaces. Its sculptural presence commands attention while maintaining a quiet elegance that rewards close observation.
 
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